The St. Joseph University, the Jesuit University in Beirut, has been deeply affected by the huge explosion that took place on August 4^th,  and killed more than 100 people and left approximately 4,000 people injured in the city. More than 150 students, faculty, and staff were injured and many of them lost their homes.

The Rector, Fr. Salim Daccache S.J., informed the International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU) about the great damage that the campus suffered, especially the Huvelin campus of Law and Business. On the other hand, is important to acknowledge that the hospital “Hôtel-Dieu de France”, ran by the University, hasn’t stopped treating the wounded.

St. Joseph University’s 5 campuses in Beirut are located within 2 to 12 km of the explosion epicenter, and have suffered severe damages. According to a preliminary estimate, the rehabilitation costs amount to US $ 5 million. The start of the academic year is scheduled for the 1st of September.

Arrupe initiatives invite you to join in solidarity with the victims of the explosion in Beirut, based on the Emergency Aid Fund that our sister university in Lebanon has created.

To support this call visit the Emergency Fund Donation Website (website is in french)